Daily news — Monday, August 3, 2026

Montreal

Arson probe launched after fire heavily damages Côte-des-Neiges kosher restaurant

Montreal police are investigating a fire that heavily damaged Nöam, a kosher restaurant on Decarie Boulevard, as arson. Video footage reportedly shows a single young man setting the blaze overnight Saturday.

Online fundraiser for Nöam nears $18,500 in first day

A fundraiser launched Sunday to help rebuild Nöam had raised nearly $18,500 by Monday afternoon. The campaign drew broad support from the community following news of the suspected arson.

Anti-tech vandals strike Saint-Denis bakery for second time in three months

The front windows of a self-serve Mamie Clafoutis bakery on Saint-Denis Street were smashed overnight, with perpetrators leaving an ‘Action anti tech’ message at the scene. It is the second time the location has been targeted in less than three months.

Possible tornado touches down in Repentigny, causing flooding and roof damage

A possible low-intensity tornado struck Repentigny on Sunday afternoon, flooding streets, damaging roofs and uprooting trees. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage.

Russian hackers targeted Saint-Noël drinking water facility, experts say

The municipality of Saint-Noël, Quebec, was the victim of a cyberattack on its drinking water facility, with cybersecurity experts tracing the intrusion to an organized Russian hacking group. Local officials have not yet disclosed the full scope of the breach.

Class-action suit targets Quebec municipalities over flood prevention failures

A class-action lawsuit before the Quebec Superior Court alleges that municipalities failed to adequately prevent flooding, with some affected households facing repair bills exceeding $200,000. Lawyer Jeff Orenstein said the scale of damage underscores systemic shortcomings in flood management.

Canada

WestJet and CUPE reach tentative deal, ending flight attendant strike

WestJet and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, representing 4,400 flight attendants, reached a tentative contract agreement early Monday, ending a strike that had begun the day before. Details of the agreement were not immediately released.

Bradley Creek wildfire more than doubles in size, forcing over 5,000 evacuations in B.C.

The Bradley Creek wildfire west of Okanagan Lake more than doubled in size over the weekend, prompting evacuation orders for more than 5,000 people across British Columbia. Firefighting crews are battling the blaze amid dry summer conditions.

Six hospitalized after fire at Calgary housing complex

Six people were taken to hospital, one in critical condition, after a fire broke out Sunday afternoon at a housing complex in southeast Calgary. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Nine drownings and 18 road deaths recorded during Quebec construction holiday

Quebec’s annual construction holiday was marked by nine drownings and at least 18 road fatalities across the province. Authorities have not released further details on the individual incidents.

World

Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills 10 as Ukraine reports Patriot missile shortage

Russia launched a major missile and drone attack on Kyiv on Sunday, killing 10 people. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine had run out of Patriot interceptor missiles, raising concerns about the country’s air defence capacity.

Trump announces new US-Iran talks after calling off planned strikes

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that new negotiations aimed at winding down hostilities with Iran would begin, after he called off planned military strikes. Iranian officials said their own diplomatic efforts remained focused on neighbouring nations.

Sports

CF Montréal draws 2-2 with New England Revolution

CF Montréal and the New England Revolution split the points in a 2-2 draw in MLS action on Saturday. The result leaves Montréal without a win in the fixture.

Vancouver Whitecaps draw 1-1 with LAFC

The Vancouver Whitecaps drew 1-1 against LAFC in MLS play on Saturday. Both sides were unable to find a winner in the second half.

Weather

Tonight will be mainly cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers early this evening, clearing later. Northwesterly winds will be moderate, gusting to strong at times. The overnight low will reach 16°C.

Tomorrow will be sunny with a high of 28°C and a humidex of 33. Westerly winds will be moderate. The UV index is expected to be very high, so sun protection is advisable if spending time outdoors.

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